Chain Stitch embroidery which is locally popular as crewel embroidery (Aari Kaem) is one of the finest and enchanting handicrafts of Kashmir. Crewel got its name from wool which is […]

Namda a handmade rug is a kind of mattress originated during 11th century during the great Mughal ruler Akbar’s regime when the king ordered to arrange for a suitable coverage […]

Copperware locally known as Traam in Kashmiri, is a symbol of royalty. Copperware has been a native art of Kashmir where the designs range from plain copper products to intricately […]

The papier-mâché is a technique of using paper pulp for making decorative objects. It was brought to Kashmir by Muslim saint Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani from Persia in the 14th […]

Kashmir shawl, also spelled Cashmere, is a type of shawl woven in Kashmir, identified by its distinctive Kashmiri weave, and for being made of fine  shahtoosh  or pashmina . Zayn-ul-ʿĀbidīn, […]

Kashmir Carpet is handmade and hand- knotted which comes from Kashmir. They have intricate designs that are primarily oriental, floral style in a range of colors, sizes and quality. The […]

Kashmiri silverware is one of the ancient arts in Kashmir. The design on the object is known as ‘naqash’ which vary from simple to intricate. The Silver artistry in Kashmir […]

Carved walnut woodwork is among the most important crafts of Kashmir. The raw material used for the fine woodcarving of Kashmir is obtained from walnut tree locally known as ‘Doon […]

Willow Wicker Craft , locally referred to as Keani Keam, is a hand skilled craft from kashmir involving weaving using willow reeds. The art was introduced to the natives of […]